Job Description
Job Roles/Responsibilities:
- Instrumentation Installation and Maintenance:
- Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of instrumentation and control systems used in the project, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and analyzers.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on instrumentation equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Control System Support:
- Provide support for distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and other control systems.
- Collaborate with control engineers to implement system upgrades, modifications, and expansions.
- Troubleshooting and Repairs:
- Diagnose and resolve issues with instrumentation equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient operation.
- Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Calibration and Testing:
- Calibrate and perform functional testing on various types of instrumentation devices to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Document calibration procedures, results, and maintain calibration records in compliance with industry standards.
- Instrumentation Design Review:
- Participate in design reviews for new instrumentation systems and provide input to ensure they meet project requirements and industry standards.
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers to optimize instrumentation layouts.
- Safety Compliance:
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while performing maintenance, installations, and repairs.
- Identify and report safety hazards associated with instrumentation systems.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of instrumentation activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and calibration reports.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports on maintenance activities, equipment performance, and any abnormalities.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with other technicians, engineers, and project stakeholders to coordinate instrumentation-related activities.
- Communicate effectively with project managers to provide updates on the status of instrumentation projects.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Education:
- Associate degree or equivalent in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician in maintenance, installation construction, and crude refining projects.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various types of instrumentation and control systems relevant to the project (DCS, PLCs).
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to instrumentation.
- Certifications:
- Relevant certifications in instrumentation or control systems are advantageous.
- Safety Certifications:
- Familiarity with safety certifications and training relevant to instrumentation work.
- Communication Skills:
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey technical information to team members and stakeholders.
- Analytical Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting and resolving instrumentation issues.
- Computer Skills:
- Proficient in using relevant software for documentation, reporting, and control system programming.
- Proficiency in basic data analysis and troubleshooting techniques.
- Adaptability:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.